Journal

DESIGN BLUEPRINT: The eclectic sophisticate

One of the most challenging, yet most fun type of spaces to design is one with an eclectic aesthetic. It requires pulling from many different sources and styles.This bedroom, designed by Holly Becker and Joanna Copestick, brilliantly coordinates a broad color palette, modern furniture and fun wall art. The room is both whimsical and sophisticated, not an easy combination to achieve.Design... Read more

CURATED NEST: White on White

I don't know why there's any rules about when to wear white; it's perfect. It might just be a California thing, but I tend to ignore those color guidelines.And to take it one step further, in my opinion, you can never go wrong with white on white. This oversized hat, paired with a that dress is the definition of casual elegance. Don't worry about matching the perfect shades of white, mixing it... Read more

Stylin’ Mamma: Campfire Song

Last summer I wrote up a little post referencing Parent Trap-style camping glamour. But let's be real: camping is actually a pretty dirty, dusty, and sweaty enterprise. It's all well and good to dream about pulling off Betty Draper bermudas and polos with a straw bag to match, but at the end of the day it's like: What do I own that I don't care if it gets destroyed in the mud or eaten by a deer? Read more

Design Blueprint: sophisticated relaxation

When you're home, you should feel collected and rested. And in order to accomplish this, your surroundings need to be thought out and well curated. Form and function must work together, but it's not as easy as it sounds.The living room above, found via Caitlin Flemming, is both sophisticated and relaxed, not an easy combination to achieve in any space. When accomplished, this is perfect... Read more

Curated Nest: Pool Party

It's pool party season! But pool party doesn't have to mean you throw your design aesthetic out the window.You can include all your fun pool toys and juice cups, but add a little sophistication too... why not?! Your exterior should look just as good as your interior, even for a 1-day party.Here's some ideas for your outdoor entertaining this Summer.... 1. Drink Dispenser / CB2 2. Juniper Ridge... Read more

Stylin’ Mamma: Bachelorette

This past weekend found me in Healdsburg in the NorCal wine country, loving some sun and girl time at my friend's bachelorette extravaganza.The rambling party house had a long lovely pool, which became command center of the weekend festivities: tunes on the Jambox, magazines, and of course a whole lotta pink wine.To kick off every summer I indulge in a little Old Navy mix-n-match. The price... Read more

It’s official

I posted Lucy's stats and a few photos of her with big brother Bryan after her birth, but here is her official birth announcement and hospital photo (announcement design by my sister-in-law Soyoung Oh of Dogear Press) Read more

Design Blueprint: Black and White

This living room, found on SF Girl by Bay and photographed by Idha Linkhag made me stop and stare, for quite a while. Unfortunately, Victoria Smith was blogging about Linkhag's amazing interior design photography and not spec'ing this room for us. But don't worry, I have spec'd this room for you. Or at least very similar furnishings. You can get this cool, modern and sophisticated look by using... Read more

Curated Nest: Baby Lucy Style

In honor of Baby Lucy's recent arrival, I decided to round up some super stylish baby gear. There's lots of fun sources for those of us who think babies should have just as much style as we do, and that their nursery should look just as good as the rest of the house!1. Animal Box / Poketo 2. Kilimanjaro Pouf / Fine Little Day 3. Baby Fox Print / The Animal Print Shop 4. Giraffe Wall Sconce / Jonath... Read more

Stylin’ Mamma: Problems

You can say it: I have a shoe problem. I know. Everyone who knows me knows. This week I promised myself an "unsentimental shoe purge" and I came up with 3 pairs. 3 pairs out of -- easily -- 75? More? Some I wear more than others, some I haven't worn in years, but shoes are that ONE item of clothing that will always, always come back around. I feel sick when I go to buy a pair of black knee-high... Read more

DESIGN BLUEPRINT:

I love chairs. The more the better. I get itchy if all the chairs around a dining table match. This is a personal preference, I realize. But hopefully you can see what I'm talking about with this cool dining room via Domicile Blog.The chairs are so different they aren't even in the same genre.... Rustic metal farm-style chairs and Hollywood glam ghost chairs... But it all works because the... Read more

WELCOME: Lucy Zhi-min Davis

For those of you who haven't already seen via Facebook or Instagram, Lucy Zhi-min Davis arrived on her due date: May 14, 2014 at 7:30 pm. She is a little peanut entering the world at 5 lbs 13 oz and 19.25 inches long. Lucy is doing great already topping 6 pounds and giving us lots of smiles (or is it gas?). Her big brother is thrilled and constantly wants to kiss "his baby", although we might have... Read more